Opinion

The upcoming U.S. mid-term elections on Nov. 3 may represent a pivot in U.S. policy toward Iran. President Donald Trump now is getting a lot more questions concerning whether he’s going to back increased military aggression or continue with negotiations with Tehran. Trump Netanyahu Iran Strikes talks have picked up steam since Israel’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu apparently pressured Washington …

Germany’s swift military build-up is transforming the security dynamics in Europe and its role as a leader in the field, and questions are being raised about the further balance of power in Europe. The Germany Military Expansion programme is an indication of Berlin’s resolve to beef up the German armed forces amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Europe’s security concerns. …

Legitimate goods are transported in vast quantities around the world every day, across continents, linking businesses, consumers and economies. These interwoven networks, however, are also endangered by organised criminal networks linked to international drugs trade. Global Drug Shipping is increasingly raising concerns about the weaknesses of international transportation, goods monitoring and port security. Governments are under growing pressure to improve …

As India’s defence ties with Mauritius continue to grow, there is a key geopolitical query here: is New Delhi building a strategic base in the southwest Indian Ocean? The India Mauritius Strategy is a mix of maritime surveillance, infrastructure development, and diplomatic efforts aimed at bolstering India’s presence in the region. But Mauritian being an Indian military outpost isn’t a …

The results from Israel’s Oct. 27 parliamentary election have taken the focus off the ballot box, as neither of the dominant political camps seems to have formed a clear governing majority, forcing both sides to enter coalition negotiations. The need to understand Israel Election Math is crucial as the successful party with the most seats does not necessarily win the …

The oil shock raises a hard question: can China turn its vast coal reserves into a lifeline for countries facing disrupted fuel supplies? Its expanding coal-to-oil industry offers one possible answer- but not a quick fix. The International Energy Agency (IEA) said in its October 2026 report that global oil inventories were 509 million barrels below their end-February level. It …

Competition in the world of AI is not just about who has the strongest technology, anymore. This has become a race of which nation can endure more uncertainty. China AI Strategy poses a growing threat to Washington’s notions of technological dominance, national security and economic competition. One of America’s biggest mistakes is the inability to separate out real threats from …

Washington’s efforts to keep diesel prices down in the wake of resurgent Russian fuel supplies illustrates a geopolitical paradox. China is still a big consumer of Russian energy, so President Trump’s deal with Vladimir Putin in October is welcome. A hard question is being posed by the China Russia Energy Ties debate: How can Washington work with Moscow when it …

The renewed economic engagement by President Donald Trump with Moscow has raised uncomfortable questions about Washington’s commitment to Kyiv. In recent days, the sanctions lifted on Russian diesel exports have added to diplomatic uncertainty, and disagreement over military aid has added to the mix. As the Trump Russia Deals debate shows, there’s a challenging question that can’t be avoided: can …

Iran would use regional armed groups for decades to exert influence without having to face off against Israel and the US. But the escalating regional conflicts have shown the setbacks of this approach. Tehran’s new move is an attempt to regain credibility by taking visible action in the military sphere in response to Israel’s actions to eliminate Iran Direct Deterrence …